India's Hydroelectric Hubris: A Watershed Moment in South Asia The Permanent Court of Arbitration's decision to uphold the 1960 Indus Water Treaty has dealt a significant blow to India's hydroelectric ambitions in Kashmir.
The ruling limits construction on the Ratle hydroelectric plant, a move that is seen as a stern rebuke to New Delhi's attempts to assert its dominance over Pakistan.
India has been building up its water infrastructure in Kashmir for decades, with several major projects either completed or underway. However, the PCA's decision suggests that India's plans may have been premature.